Retreats for Lay Ministry and Discipleship

These retreats are specifically designed for professional lay ministers and active lay volunteers. Along with rest and spiritual enrichment, the retreats provide an opportunity to share with other lay ministers the problems, solutions, sorrows and joys of ministry. All retreats are aligned with the expectations of the National Certification Standards for Lay Ecclesial Ministers.

Upcoming Retreats

"Serving Communion and Mission"

(See National Certification Standards, pg. 4, Uses)

October 21-23, 2013

Retreat leader: Br. Zachary Wilberding, OSB

Jesus commanded us to go forth and make disciples of all nations. As Church, we are charged with the mission of bringing all into communion with one another and the Father through the Body of Christ. How are such lofty goals realized in everyday life? That will be the focus of this retreat, which explores:

Models of the Church
The Church as Communion
The Mission of Jesus
The Mission of the Church
Going Forth

Retreat begins at 6:30 p.m. Central Time on the first day and concludes with lunch on the third day.

Cost: $225 ($175 for current students of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology), includes room, meals and retreat materials.